This collection of healthy and delicious Mediterranean mezze recipes is perfect for sharing with friends and bringing people together. A bowl of hummus, some warm bread, a little salad, and maybe some stuffed vegetables turn into a meal that feels easy and welcoming. There is nothing fussy about mezze; it’s about delicious food that is perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Hummus
Hummus Dip is a Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern spread made with chickpeas and tahini, then seasoned with lemon, garlic, and cumin.
This extremely creamy, smooth & fresh dip comes together in just 25 minutes!
To learn more: Mediterranean Hummus Dip
Sigara Boregi
Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls) are crispy Turkish appetisers/snacks made with thin and flaky filo sheets called "yufka", filled with feta cheese, and then shallow-fried for extra crispness. They are the perfect "make-ahead" finger food for parties. I also often serve them as an appetiser along with a bowl of Cacik (Turkish Yogurt with Cucumbers), as a part of a mezze spread, or Turkish Breakfast selection.
To learn more: Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls)
Baked Feta with Honey
Baked Feta with Honey and Sesame Seeds is one of my go-to mezze recipes when I need something fast, yet it always looks and tastes like I put in more effort. With just cheese, honey, and a bit of crunch, it turns into a dish that feels special without much work.
To learn more: Baked Feta with Honey and Sesame Seeds
Zeytoon Parvardeh
Zeytoon Parvardeh is a Persian Marinated Olive dish made with green olives, walnuts, pomegranate molasses, garlic, and fresh herbs. It’s rich, tangy, and a little nutty—full of the kind of flavour that makes you go back for another bite. This recipe comes from northern Iran, especially the Gilan region, where sweet, sour, and savoury flavours are all part of everyday cooking.
To learn more: Zeytoon Parvardeh - Persian Marinated Olive
Greek Potato Dip
Skordalia is a classic Greek Potato Dip flavoured with garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. It has a smooth, creamy texture and a bold garlic flavor that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables. This garlic and potato dip comes together easily with just a few ingredients and can be served warm or at room temperature.
To learn more: Skordalia - Greek Potato Dip
Turkish Spinach Dip
Ispanak Borani is a creamy, earthy, and delicious Turkish dip made with spinach, onions, garlic, and yogurt. It’s usually served as an appetizer, or a side dish and is best when served with warm Barbari Bread - Persian Flatbread or pita.
To learn more: Turkish Spinach Dip - Ispanak Borani
Meatless Cig Kofte
This Easy Meatless Çiğ Köfte Recipe is my go-to vegetarian twist on a Turkish street food favorite from Urfa, a city in southeastern Turkey. It also works beautifully as a light meze or appetizer and has a lot in common with Kibbeh Nayyeh from Levantine kitchens.
To learn more: Easy Meatless Çiğ Köfte Recipe
Arnavut Ciğeri
Arnavut Cigeri (or Albanian Liver) is a Turkish Liver dish consisting of pan-fried lamb or veal liver cubes seasoned with chili flakes and served with sumac, onion, and parsley salad.
This simple recipe is extremely easy to prepare and tastes great.
To learn more: Arnavut Cigeri - Turkish Liver
Turkish Carrot Dip
Havuç Tarator (or Carrot Tarator) is a traditional Turkish mezze/dip made with grated carrots, thick yoghurt, and garlic. It is quick and easy to prepare using a few simple ingredients you may already have on hand. This rich and refreshing carrot salad is a great addition to a mezze spread, served alongside other cold appetisers.
To learn more: Havoc Tarator - Turkish Carrot Dip with Yogurt
Stuffed Grape Leaves
Yaprak Sarma (or Yaprak dolma - Yalanci Dolma) is an authentic vegetarian Turkish dish made from Grape Leaves Stuffed with aromatic rice, fresh Mediterranean herbs, and spices. It's a popular choice for special occasions and gatherings.
To learn more: Yaprak Sarma - Stuffed Grape Leaves
Haydari
Haydari is a delicious Turkish Yoghurt Dip made with feta cheese, thick strained yogurt, fresh herbs, and chopped walnuts.
This tangy dip is one of the most popular mezes in Turkey and also is widely served in Turkish restaurants with kebabs and Pita Bread along with Ezme Salad (Acili Ezme).
To learn more: Haydari (Turkish Yogurt Dip)
Turkish Vegetable Meze
Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze) is a very much loved vegetarian/vegan dish made of shallow-fried vegetables and a simple tomato sauce.
The star ingredient for this traditional Turkish dish is the aubergines, and the rest of the vegetables added to the dish vary from region to region.
To learn more: Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze)
Falafel
This Authentic Homemade Lebanese Falafel Recipe is perfect for you if you want to learn how to make perfectly crisp and extremely flavourful falafels.
Whether you serve them stuffed in warm Greek Pita Bread or along with selection of dips and mezes, it will be a family favorite!
To learn more: Authentic Homemade Lebanese Falafel Recipe
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